a light kiss. The stubble on his chin tickled her. She looked up at him. The man who always paid attention to his appearance now had a light stubble on his chin, and the dark circles under his eyes we...Gu Ruandong didn't want this kind of tacit understanding, so besides work matters, he wouldn't say an extra word to Song Jingye.

Song Jingye wasn't a talkative person usually, and he was the most serious in the army. One look from him, and those below him would understand and guess for themselves. Only in front of Lu Yaoyao would he unconsciously reveal that vibrant side of himself. Of course, he didn't think much of it. Ever since that hug last time, his heart had been thumping for days. He thought to himself, maybe he was getting older and it was time for him to have a woman.

He had never been interested in women and was extremely disciplined. At the military academy or in the army, many people around him would tell dirty jokes or watch short films, but he ignored them all. Later, as his position rose and he supervised more people, he strictly forbade the soldiers under his command from going to red-light districts outside.

Although he was surrounded by men, his identity attracted constant attention from those who sought him out, whether proactively or through family introductions. There were all types of people, but he didn't look down on any of them nor was he interested in any of them. His heart was solely focused on improving his military skills.

As a result, the family was also very anxious. Taking advantage of his return from the Northwest this time, his mother sent him dozens of photos of girls, all of whom were excellent in conditions accumulated over several years, hoping to arrange them for him. This time he returned home to settle his lifelong affairs.

He didn't refuse, he had seriously looked at those photos a few days ago. His mother had put a lot of effort into it, she had all kinds, but...he always felt something was missing.

He thought the others who walked with him were too manly and lacked a bit of softness.

Like a doctor or university professor, he thought she was too dignified and intellectual, lacking in girlish charm.

There were also a few working in government, and he thought they were too upright and lacked some allure.

In short, he originally thought he didn't have high requirements for women. He wanted someone good enough, someone who was on par with him, whose family would be at ease, and who would allow him to focus on his career with peace of mind.

But when I actually looked, it didn't work.

Even if you don't need love at first sight or butterflies, at least find someone who just makes you happy to look at, someone you want to hug and kiss just by seeing them.

If you can't even feel a little bit happy or have any thoughts about a woman, how could you possibly live together

He turned down all of his mother's arrangements one by one. His mother was getting anxious.

“What are you looking for Mom will find it for you.”

He doesn't seem to have any physical defects, why wouldn't he be interested in women

He pondered for a moment, then said, "Let's talk about it later."

For now, it's best to focus on his career. After graduating from military academy, he was assigned to the northwest. His family understands that going to the northwest for a few years of training and achieving something is the first step before being transferred back to Beijing.

This time, if he can successfully resolve the issue with Wang Binghai and the forces behind him, it will be a significant accomplishment in his career, so he must give it his all.

Gu Ruandong is a maverick, his methods unconventional. He not only controlled Wang Binghai's son but also systematically eliminated Wang Binghai's supporters one by one.

Gu Ruandong had previously wanted to go the right way and was afraid that the Lu family would be implicated, so he did things by the rules.

But now he has touched his reverse scale, after mixing on this path for so many years, there are means that others can't think of.

And Song Jingye was also shrewd. As for what Gu Ruandong wanted to do, as long as it didn't involve him, he was happy to see it happen, even one could say he was sitting back and reaping the benefits.

Gu Ruandong was working outside, cooperating from within. This put Wang Binghai in a difficult position, as his son's whereabouts were unknown and people under him kept running into trouble. The ones he relied on to protect him only told him not to act rashly and offered no help. His defenses were broken by Song Jingye, and he finally confessed.

As expected of the Li family. Wang Binghai's materials are crucial, but this is a formidable opponent. To bring him down won't be easy; it requires a long-term strategy and the help of greater forces.

Song Jingye is going back to Beijing to report on his work.

After their conversation in the private tea room at Baili Club, Gu Ruan and Dong said goodbye to each other. He told her that he was leaving for Beijing immediately.

"Back to Beijing"

Song Jingye sensed the wariness and warning in his tone and nodded. "Yes. Do you need me to bring anything to Yaoyao My grandfather has been discharged from the hospital, so I'm going to visit him anyway."

His tone was so straightforward that it was hard to tell if he was intentionally provoking Gu Ruandong or if he was genuinely trying to help.

Gu Ruan Dong, who was usually composed and controlled his emotions well, couldn't help but say coldly, "You guys are quite connected."

Song Jingye: "It's alright, Yaoyao often sends me updates about grandpa, and he's recovering well."

Then, at the end, he added: "Don't misunderstand, Lu Kuo also sends them to me often."

Can you be any more passive-aggressive

Of course, Gu Ruandong didn't curse, "I thank you for your concern for Yaoyao and grandpa."

Anything said at this point would be pointless, as he is now separated from YaoYao by distance, and she continues to give him the cold shoulder.

He had wanted to return to Beijing, but he’d been dealing with Wang Binghai’s people all day recently. His hands were dirty, and he was afraid of implicating the Lu family again or putting her in danger. So, before things were completely resolved, he could only continue to endure and wait.

But Lu YaoYao found it strange. This Gu Mama usually didn't dare to associate with her, and before this, she would only call every few days to check in.

But this time, Grandpa was discharged from the hospital and recuperating at home. Mom Gu was practically eager to move into Lu's house, visiting every day. She would stay all day long, claiming it was because she couldn't bear to see her hard work and wanted to help take care of Grandpa.

Lu Kuo joked with her privately, "Your mother-in-law isn't here to help, I think she's here to keep an eye on you. Didn't you see yesterday when Song Jingye came, she followed you everywhere"

"No, she's not that boring. Besides, Song Jingye is here to see grandpa, what does it have to do with me" Lu Yao said this, then still politely declined Gu's mother several times: "Mom, you don't have to come every day, don't tire yourself out. There are aunties and caregivers at home, as well as my brother and I."

Mrs. Gu insisted: "Lu Family's matters are Gu Family's matters. I can't help with anything else, but I can share some of the burden for you. And your brother Lu Kuo, Ruan Ruan is pregnant. He can't just stay in Beijing all the time. He should go back and spend more time with Ruan Ruan. Women are very vulnerable when they're pregnant."

Lu Kuo was really itching to go back after hearing this. His grandfather had been discharged from the hospital, and he did want to go back for a visit. Ruan Ruan was understanding and didn't say anything. Every day during their video calls, she would only ask about how her grandfather was doing. But she was in her first trimester, which was a crucial period for her pregnancy, and she had severe morning sickness. On top of that, she had to go to work. According to the driver, she threw up all the way to school every day, and just listening to it made Lu Kuo feel uncomfortable. So he couldn't wait to go back and see her.

"Big brother, you should go back. I can take care of grandpa here." It's also time for them to grow up and take responsibility.

"Okay, I'll go check on Ruann and be right back."

Author's Note: One chapter todaygenerations to come.""You're thinking too far ahead, even to the grandkids They might not even get married.""Don't interrupt me, I'm serious when I say this. We can work hard, but our lives shouldn't...